1810 TACOS Y TEQUILA
950 MARSH LANDING PKWY STE 370, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-656-8058
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 10 visits since May 2024
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 8 flying insects. Observed 2 flying insects on cook line. Observed 6 Flying insects around ware washing area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler House made queso (44F-47F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated queso was made yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in squeeze bottles inside large container of ice water Sour cream (72F - Cold Holding); Tartar sauce with fresh cilantro (69F - Cold Holding) House made avocado made with fresh cilantro (72F - Cold Holding). Manager removed bottles and replaced and placed in larger ice bath. Manager replaced ice bath with larger container to cover bottles. Observed House made salsa (44F-47F - Cold Holding) on server area. Manager removed salsa and placed smaller container surrounded by ice.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler House made queso (44F-47F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated queso was made yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in squeeze bottles inside large container of ice water Sour cream (72F - Cold Holding); Tartar sauce with fresh cilantro (69F - Cold Holding) House made avocado made with fresh cilantro (72F - Cold Holding). Manager removed bottles and replaced and placed in larger ice bath. Manager replaced ice bath with larger container to cover bottles. Observed House made salsa (44F-47F - Cold Holding) on server area. Manager removed salsa and placed smaller container surrounded by ice.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 7 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler House made queso (44F-47F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated queso was made yesterday.
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical dish machine at 0ppm. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 13 flying insects. 9 flying insects in ware washing area. 1 flying insect on cook line that landed on lip of container of cut cabbage. 1 flying insect in prep area that landed on hand held juicer stored on shelf. 2 flying insects in bar area. Manager voluntarily discarded container of cabbage. Manager removed juicer and placed in ware washing.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw scallops stored over ready to eat tortillas. Manager removed and stored properly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler House made queso (44F-47F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated queso was made yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in squeeze bottles inside large container of ice water Sour cream (72F - Cold Holding); Tartar sauce with fresh cilantro (69F - Cold Holding) House made avocado made with fresh cilantro (72F - Cold Holding). Manager removed bottles and replaced and placed in larger ice bath. Manager replaced ice bath with larger container to cover bottles. Observed House made salsa (44F-47F - Cold Holding) on server area. Manager removed salsa and placed smaller container surrounded by ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well on cook line Cooked chicken (105F-110F - Hot Holding); Cooked steak (93F - Hot Holding). Employee removed to reheat.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed on cook line employee engaging in food preparation chewing gum. Manager had employee remove and discard gum.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed dishes on dry rack wet nesting. Manager will have employee remove and placed in ware washing.
Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. See stop sale. Observed employee Red Bull stored in container of diced tomatoes. See stop sale.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed large containers of cooked food stored on floor of walk in freezer. Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed kitchen knives stored in between equipment on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bar cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed stickers still on dishes stored on storage rack.
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee engaging in food preparation proceeded to scrap food debris off cutting board and while throwing in trash can touched liner with gloved hand and proceed to touch food and equipment. Inspector intervened and spoke to employee while another employee explained to him about removing gloves and washing hands. Employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders soiled with mold like substance located in bar area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table near chips. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on prep table near food on service line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets and a watch.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on handle of oven located on cook line. Observed in use knife stored in between equipment on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on containers on clean dry rack after being washed. Manager will have employee remove and dry properly.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Chemical dish machine at 0ppm not sanitizing properly. Sanitizer solution was empty. Manager replaced sanitizer. Second test 100ppm.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked shell egg stored with raw shell eggs. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in stand alone cooler guacamole with tomatoes (54F - Cold Holding). Manager will place ice bath in container.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well Chorizo (118F - Hot Holding); Cooked shrimp (110F - Hot Holding). Employee reheated both to 165F and higher.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored near dish ware. Observed spray bottle of glass cleaner stored next to soda station. Employee removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee hand sink near ware washing without paper towels. Manager provided paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner without label. Manager placed label on window cleaner.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents on service line soiled.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing at mop sink. Manager found cover for drain, placed cover on drain.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating on service line near food expo area. Observed employee drink stored on prep table on cook line.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light from outside at right corner of back exit door of kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tong on handle of oven on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use towel under cutting board located on cook line. Manager removed and stored rubber mat under cutting board located.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical dishwasher machine at 0 ppm. Manager had employee replace empty chemical bottle. Took second test of Dish machine at 100ppm.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb at mop sink with water hose connected without back flow device. Manager was able to place back flow on hose Bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on cook line near food served to the public. Manager had employees remove and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket stored near food served to the public. Employee personal items located in bar area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with watch on.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop in soiled holder at main ice machine. Manager removed and placed in ware washing area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on oven located on cook line. Employee removed and stored tongs properly.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use wiping cloth under cutting boards on cook line. Manager removed and placed rubber mats under cutting boards.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at start of inspection. Manager had employee shut dumpster lid.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank stored in back room of kitchen. Manager removed and stored outside.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 6 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed Cooked chicken located in freezer at 56F. Manager stated was cooked and placed in freezer after cooking at 8pm. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 8 flying insects. Observed 2 flying insects on cook line. Observed 6 Flying insects around ware washing area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw shell eggs over ready to eat tortillas located in walk in cooler. Manager removed eggs from over tortillas.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in freezer Cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) dated 7-22-2024. Manager stated chicken was cooked the prior evening at 8pm. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler Raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); Refried beans (50F - Cold Holding); Milk (48F - Cold Holding)Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated employees were new and may have taken out and also not dated properly. Walk in cooler has an Ambient temperature of 40F. Inspector suggested ice baths to reduce quickly. Observed in walk in freezer Cooked chicken (56F - Cold Holding) dated 7-22-2024. Manager stated chicken was cooked the prior evening at 8pm. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb at mop sink without back flow device. Manager placed back flow device back on hose Bibb.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed establishment without written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing grill cleaner without label. Manager placed label on spray bottles.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep tables and in ware washing area. Manager had employees remove and store properly.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapping installed over coke storage area next to ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at start of inspection. Manager closed dumpster during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
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